How manageable is this to mount? How heavy is it and cumbersome is it? My wife wants to be able to mount it on the car by herself.
23693
The unit is manageable but not lite. Mounting the 1st bike in the rear position was more difficult ( strenuous ) than installing the carrier in the hitch receiver. Even so I am pleased with the unit.
23694
It's very easy. To make it even easier you could remove the "wings" and reattach them once you have it mounted to the vehicle.
23695
The sections aren't heavy. The first assembly was a bit confusing, after that an easy process. I use a locking bolt and installing that on the hitch takes longer than installing the rack. One note, I've only transported 2 bikes not 4.
23696
It's pretty easy to mount and not too heavy. The only problem I had with it is my hitch receiver is a little older and I couldn't fit the shaft in it due to rust. I had to modify the rack to fit it. So I guess I'm saying if the receiver is not relatively new and pristine, you may have problems fitting it in.
1307911
It's pretty big and heavy. I had to go to pick it up with a friend of mine that has a SUV. He helped me with carrying it to my place as well. But I could have pushed it by myself. Remember, u need a SUV to get the box.
414719
When the base is full it is fairly heavy and requires you to use your body to push. You have to push and kind of lift for it to roll on the wheels. We do move it but not something I would do regularly. the weight makes it very stable though remember you don't want it crashing on one of your cars when there is wind. It has been rock solid and has lasted in the SOCAL sun with no issues for about 6 months now.
667068
Interesting question: I am going to try mounting it in my new car and see what happens. I can velcro tape it to the dash. Never thought of it but this may be another application for the same equipment.
30164
It's actually not that bad. It fits very well with the car and looks great too. Beside, once it's been fitted to your car seat, the weight wouldn't matter then. But I guess if you're shipping it somewhere then overall, it's not that heavy, maybe about 10 pounds.
2175616
It's heavy. I leave it on a deck and it doesn't move around. Light enough to move to the car but if wind is strong enough to move it you'd have other things to worry about.
2149619
It is not terribly heavy. Maybe 20 pounds. I have had no problems getting it into and out of vehicles.
2179181
I bought this for my aunt and I just asked her this question. She said she has already used it in the car as a passenger and it is sturdy enough and steady enough that she enjoys it. She doesn't think you will have a problem unless you have a dog running around on you or kids bumping you. You should be just fine!
1783698
It's not.. when you take it off the vent of your car.. it's super simple and easy to move it 360.. but then when its on the car, it's real difficult... You try to move it and it slides off the vent and then your messing around and driving and it's falling all over... That being said.. when you set it up the way you want it and plug it into your vent.. it works great.. great position.. easy to stay on.. I highly recommend it.. it has it's faults sure.. but it's better than most 80% of the other products on the market... I bought 2.. My wife refused to use and bought a different one with an arm on it..that broke a few months later and now she's using her "back up.." the Kenu It's not.. when you take it off the vent of your car.. it's super simple and easy to move it 360.. but then when its on the car, it's real difficult... You try to move it and it slides off the vent and then your messing around and driving and it's falling all over... That being said.. when you set it up the way you want it and plug it into your vent.. it works great.. great position.. easy to stay on.. I highly recommend it.. it has it's faults sure.. but it's better than most 80% of the other products on the market... I bought 2.. My wife refused to use and bought a different one with an... » Read More It's not.. when you take it off the vent of your car.. it's super simple and easy to move it 360.. but then when its on the car, it's real difficult... You try to move it and it slides off the vent and then your messing around and driving and it's falling all over... That being said.. when you set it up the way you want it and plug it into your vent.. it works great.. great position.. easy to stay on.. I highly recommend it.. it has it's faults sure.. but it's better than most 80% of the other products on the market... I bought 2.. My wife refused to use and bought a different one with an arm on it..that broke a few months later and now she's using her "back up.." the Kenu « Show Less
2151421
Its a little heavy especially if you have to lift it in and out of the car, however, it is stable. It can be adjusted to ones height requirements....
206795
this is in addition tao my last comment. It is very heavy and durable. I think it will be fine with cars rolling over it.
1784527
Should be good. Mine is about that weight and it works good. Just keep in mind these mounts are great but are not intended to have much movement after the install. Some may say that's poor quality but if you really think about it, there should be no reason to be touching it. Good luck and enjoy the awesome look this mount gives!
1033753
It's pretty sturdy on it's own. If you have kids or pets though, I'd attach it to the wall. Also, be careful with weight distribution. If you put the heaviest stuff on top, you'll make it easier to topple should it get bumped.
1863691
My husband can move it by himself. He moves one side, then the other. .. basically "walks" it. He doesn't think it's a big deal to move.
822994
My husband has used it once so far and he removed it and put it in the truck during the bike ride. It is weighty but it had to hold large bikes. If you leave it on someone can take it--my neighbor just leaves his on but it is a cheaper version of a bike rack, very old and he just uses it for one bike and takes the chance. The Allen Sports bike rack looks more expensive and substantial and it will be noticed in my opinion. I would rather have a nice bike ride and take the extra minutes to put it in the trunk and not be concerned about it. As far as I was able to research when I bought it--all bike racks can be stolen off the back of the car. Hopes this helps.
860912
It is heavy, but is very maneuverable. It does take some getting used to the steering. If you are usin it on a paved surface it should be fine. If you are using it on a rough surface, it is a bit harder to handle.
769660
Definitely. This is rather large when you get it compared to most. I am very happy with mine. It is heavy though so if weight is a factor you may want to take that in to consideration. Also it does not come with any bolts to mount it to anything (I bought some at an auto parts store)